Criminal Law, Civil Law and Defence (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2026: Report and Final Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-07-02
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Alice-Mary Higgins (IND), National University of Ireland

I will conclude by noting that it is interesting the Minister is prioritising the use of this new measure for prosecutions for simple possession. It does not speak well to the health-led approach. I have been clear that I will be opposing the amendment.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-02